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Kerala Guv to review Malayalam Language Bill after Karnataka border panel objects

The Karnataka Border Areas Development Authority (KBADA) has said the Kerala governor has promised a thorough review of the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025, following concerns raised over its impact on Kannada-speaking linguistic minorities in Kasaragod district.

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January 09, 2026

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BJP inducts 12 Cong councillors

Putting aside strong reservations expressed by its ally, the Shiv Sena led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, the BJP on Thursday inducted 12 Congress councillors from Ambernath.

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January 09, 2026

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Closure of J&K med college injustice: CM

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said the government will accommodate students affected by the closure of a medical college by adjusting them in other institutions through supernumerary seats, asserting that their education will not be allowed to suffer.

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January 09, 2026

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HC pauses NMMC poll in Ward 17A

The Bombay High Court on Thursday stayed the election process for Ward No. 17A of the Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), after observing prima facie illegality in the rejection of a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate's nomination during scrutiny.

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January 09, 2026

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SC: How many dogs do you want roaming in hosps?

The SC on Thursday continued hearing a suo motu case on the rising menace of stray dogs and dog bite incidents across the country, with the Bench repeatedly flagging the failure of municipal authorities and State governments to implement the animal birth control (ABC) ules.

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January 09, 2026

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ED rushes to HC after face-off with Mamata

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday conducted searches at the residence of I-PAC chief and TMC IT cell head Pratik Jain and at the political consultancy firm's office in Kolkata in connection with a money laundering probe linked to an alleged coal pilferage scam, triggering high drama.

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January 09, 2026

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Dial 112 neutralizes 50 high-risk plights in 2025

CRISIS CALL| MP Police Emergency Response Service received 31 lakh calls last year

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January 09, 2026

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Probe reveals Fire Dept issued NOCs without clubs applying

The magisterial inquiry into the Birch by Romeo Lane fire, which exposed sweeping failures by the Directorate of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES) and contradictions in its inspection report for Maizons Lake View Resort, has now revealed an even more startling lapse: approvals were issued despite no application being filed.

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January 09, 2026

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SC reserves verdict on Justice Varma's House probe plea

The Supreme Court on Thursday observed that if the Vice President can exercise the functions of the President in the latter's absence, then there is no reason why the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha cannot exercise the functions of the Chairman when the Chairman is absent.

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January 09, 2026

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Banks’ mkt capitalisation rises in Q3 on festive demand, tax cuts

Most Indian banks recorded an increase in market capitalisation during the OctoberDecember quarter, supported by festive season demand and cuts in the goods and services tax (GST), according to S&P Global Market Intelligence data.

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January 09, 2026

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Globally, the demand for coal is set to slow down gradually

India faces a mixed outlook, with a strong push for domestic production tempered by the urgent need for imports due to coal quality issues

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January 09, 2026

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Trump arms himself with 500% tariffs legislation

US president approves a bipartisan bill, paving way for tougher action against the countries buying Russian oil - India, Brazil, China

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January 09, 2026

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Tariff's structure will hold the key

Indians reacted with shock as US Senator Lindsey Graham announced that President Trump had green-lighted a bill allowing a 500% tariff levy on Indian exports to the US.

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January 09, 2026

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ABATTOIR SEALED

Lab test confirms cow meat in seized truck

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January 09, 2026

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Poland 'satisfied' with oil cut

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has expressed satisfaction over New Delhi reducing dependence on Russian oil. External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar was present in the meeting but did not react to it.

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January 09, 2026

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US allegations reflect energy greed, says Venezuela

Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, on Thursday rejected US allegations linking the government to narcotics trafficking, democratic erosion and human rights violations, asserting these charges were being used as a pretext to exert pressure over the country's energy resources.

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January 09, 2026

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'With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility'

A wise philosopher once said, “With great power comes great responsibility.” We all possess power and the ability to get things done. The question is: what prevents us from using this power wisely instead of becoming bullies?

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January 09, 2026

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US exits 66 key global bodies

International Solar Alliance, a climate and renewable energy initiative co-led by India and France, is among the organisations.

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